Kansas Basketball Set for Players Era 8 Opener Against UNLV in Las Vegas
Kansas will begin its Players Era 8 campaign against UNLV in Las Vegas, a game that could set the tone for a season that includes a new roster and fresh talent.
May 22, 2026
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Oklahoma State and Kansas Gear Up for Big 12 Baseball Semifinal
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The New Money Game in College Basketball
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May 22, 2026
Kansas Baseball Eyes Big 12 Crown as It Prepares for Friday Night Clash with Oklahoma State
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May 22, 2026
Baylor’s Extra‑Inning Battle Ends in Walk‑Off Loss to Kansas
The eighth‑seeded Baylor Bears rallied from a six‑run deficit but were edged out by a walk‑off home run in the tenth inning, concluding a season marked by resilience and statistical milestones.
May 22, 2026
San Diego State to Meet Iowa State in Las Vegas at the Players Era Festival
Next November, San Diego State will square off against Iowa State in the first round of the Players Era Festival in Las Vegas. The event, broadcast by ESPN, showcases a 16‑team and an eight‑team bracket, with games at T‑Mobile Arena and Mandalay Bay’s Michelob Ultra Arena. Significant NIL payouts and a shift away from traditional tournaments like the Maui Invitational highlight the competition.
May 21, 2026
Houston Opens Players Era Eight with Showdown Against Rutgers in Las Vegas
The University of Houston opens the Players Era Eight tournament in Las Vegas against Rutgers on Nov. 17, a game that guarantees each participating team at least $1 million in NIL opportunities.
May 21, 2026
Rutgers Opens Players Era 8 Tournament Against Houston in Las Vegas
The Scarlet Knights will face the Cougars on November 17 in Las Vegas as part of an eight‑team event that showcases the nation’s elite college basketball programs.
May 21, 2026
Kansas Baseball Secures Big 12 Crown, Eyes Postseason Despite Key Absence
The Kansas baseball team captured the Big 12 regular‑season title and now faces a critical quarterfinal against Baylor, relying on depth and a never‑give‑up mentality despite the loss of star player Brady Ballinger.
May 21, 2026
Kansas Baseball Eyes Big 12 Tournament Run After Regular‑Season Crown
The Jayhawks, fresh off a Big 12 regular‑season title, are set to face Baylor in the tournament quarterfinals while coping with the loss of key player Brady Ballinger.
May 21, 2026
Texas A&M Baseball Eyes Top‑Eight Seed for NCAA Tournament Hosting
Texas A&M's strong showing in the SEC Tournament has placed them among the top contenders for an NCAA Tournament seed that could bring hosting privileges.
May 21, 2026
Kansas Baseball Preps for Big 12 Tournament in Surprise
After capturing the Big 12 regular‑season title with a school‑record 22 conference wins, Kansas baseball travels to Surprise, Arizona, for the conference tournament. Head coach Dan Fitzgerald, honored for the second straight year, leads a roster packed with All‑Big 12 selections and national rankings.
May 21, 2026
Gonzaga and Kentucky End Historic Series as a New ‘Diamond Cup’ Takes Shape
The Kentucky‑Gonzaga rivalry will conclude after a decade of matchups, making way for a potential eight‑team ‘Diamond Cup’ that could debut in 2027‑28. Coaching shifts at both schools add urgency to the scheduling overhaul.
May 20, 2026
Kansas and Villanova rekindle storied basketball rivalry with 2026‑27 home‑and‑home series
The University of Kansas and Villanova University will restart their storied basketball rivalry with a home‑and‑home series that begins in the 2026‑27 season, featuring games at Allen Fieldhouse and a return trip to Pennsylvania.
May 20, 2026
Kansas Baseball Preps Hoglund Ballpark for NCAA Regional Run
With capacity expansions and fan‑experience enhancements, the Jayhawks hope to turn Hoglund Ballpark into a postseason powerhouse.
May 20, 2026
Villanova and Kansas to Renew Historic Home‑and‑Home Series in 2026‑27
The upcoming 2026‑27 season will feature a much‑anticipated series between Villanova and Kansas, highlighted by a November 27 opener at Allen Field House and a return matchup in Villanova the following year.
May 20, 2026
Villanova and Kansas Announce Home‑and‑Home Basketball Series
Villanova will host Kansas in a two‑year series beginning November 27, 2024, in Lawrence, with a return game slated for the 2027‑28 season. The schedule highlights a revamped Wildcats roster, including transfers and a potential Italian prospect, while Kansas coach Bill Self confirms his 24th season.
May 20, 2026
Kansas State eyes broader alcohol sales at football games by 2027
Kansas State University is considering expanding alcohol sales to the general public at football games by 2027, a move that could generate new revenue and reshape stadium logistics after a comprehensive fan‑behavior study.
May 20, 2026
Texas Tech’s Season Ends in 18-8 Blowout to BYU at Big 12 Tournament
Texas Tech fell 18-8 to BYU in the Big 12 Tournament, ending a season that had started with a 5-1 lead but concluded with a second consecutive losing record.
May 20, 2026
Dan Fitzgerald Secures Second Consecutive Big 12 Coach of the Year Award
Coach Dan Fitzgerald’s latest accolades underscore a four‑year revival that has propelled the Jayhawks to a 39‑16 record, a No. 1 seed and multiple player recognitions.
May 19, 2026
Dan Fitzgerald Secures Second Consecutive Big 12 Coach of the Year Honor
Dan Fitzgerald, the University of Kansas baseball head coach, has been named Big 12 Coach of the Year for the second straight season, a first in program history, and has signed a six‑year extension to continue the Jayhawks’ rise.
May 19, 2026
Arizona Wildcats Earn Big 12 Honors Despite Subpar Season
Three Arizona baseball players received Big 12 conference honors, highlighting individual performances that stood out even as the team struggled overall.
May 19, 2026
Former Utah Players Find New Homes as Offseason Winds Down
As the 2026‑27 college basketball season approaches, former Utah athletes are finalizing transfers, with most landing on power‑conference and mid‑major teams.
May 19, 2026
Kansas Baseball Coach Dan Fitzgerald Repeats as Big 12 Coach of the Year
Dan Fitzgerald’s second straight Coach of the Year award underscores Kansas baseball’s dominance, highlighted by a regular‑season title, a top‑16 national ranking and a slate of All‑Big 12 honorees.
May 19, 2026